Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 – Official Players, Schedule, Live Score and Tournament Format

The excitement is building as the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup draws closer, bringing together ten of the best teams from across the globe. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly anticipating the tournament, which will see intense competition, thrilling moments, and some of the finest players showcasing their skills on the world stage. 

Women’s T20 World Cup – Countdown to the First Match

The 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is set to begin on October 3rd, 2024, with the first official match between Bangladesh and Scotland at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The tournament, originally scheduled to be held in Bangladesh, has been moved to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to political instability in Bangladesh. Fans can expect action-packed matches all the way through until the final on October 20th, 2024.

Full Schedule of Pakistan at the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup

Pakistan’s women’s cricket team is set for a challenging campaign in Group A alongside powerhouses like Australia, India, and New Zealand. Below is the complete schedule for Pakistan at the tournament:

Pakistan hopes for a strong start, especially against arch-rivals India in their second match. Led by the young and talented skipper Fatima Sana, Pakistan is poised to give fierce competition to all their opponents.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Complete List of Squads

Here’s a look at the official squads for the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup:

Australia Women’s Squad

• Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham

India Women’s Squad

• Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Sajana Sajeevan

Pakistan Women’s Squad

• Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sundhu, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan
• Travelling Reserve: Najiha Alvi (wk)
• Non-Travelling Reserves: Rameen Shamim, Umm-e-Hani

New Zealand Women’s Squad

• Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Fran Jonas, Leigh Kasperek, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu

England Women’s Squad

• Heather Knight (c), Danni Wyatt, Sophia Dunkley, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Amy Jones (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Linsey Smith, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Bess Heath

Scotland Women’s Squad

• Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Bryce (vc), Lorna Jack-Brown, Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Abtaha Maqsood, Saskia Horley, Chloe Abel, Priyanaz Chatterji, Megan McColl, Darcey Carter, Ailsa Lister, Hannah Rainey, Rachel Slater, Katherine Fraser, Olivia Bell

South Africa Women’s Squad

• Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloé Tryon

West Indies Women’s Squad

• Hayley Matthews (c), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (vc, wk), Ashmini Munisar, Afy Fletcher, Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Chedean Nation, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangru, Nerissa Crafton

The Women’s T20 World Cup Tournament Format

The 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup will feature 10 teams divided into two groups. Each team will face the other four teams in their group once in a single round-robin format. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, with the winners meeting in the final at Dubai to determine the champions.

• Group A: Australia, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, New Zealand
• Group B: Bangladesh, England, South Africa, Scotland, West Indies

The top two teams from each group will battle it out in the semi-finals, leading to the highly anticipated final on October 20, 2024, in Dubai.

Platforms for Watching the Women’s T20 World Cup 

All 23 matches of the Women’s T20 World Cup will be available live on Amazon’s Prime Video platform in Australia. Prime Video has acquired the exclusive broadcasting rights for all ICC events from 2024-2027. Unfortunately, there will be no free-to-air broadcast in Australia, but the subscription service will also provide on-demand highlight packages after every match.

Fans around the world can access the games through Prime Video’s mobile app, smart TV apps, and web browser. Additionally, Prime members can download matches to watch offline, ensuring you never miss a moment of the action.

Live Scores, Latest News, and Highlights

To stay up to date with live scores, match reports, news, and highlights, fans can visit the cricket’s website or use the CA Live app. These platforms will provide real-time updates throughout the tournament, including detailed match recaps, interviews, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content from the UAE.

For comprehensive coverage of the tournament, including stats and analysis, cricket lovers can rely on these digital platforms to follow their favorite teams and players closely.

Concluding Statement 

The 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup promises to be a thrilling event with top-tier talent from around the world. As teams prepare to battle it out for the prestigious title, cricket fans are in for a treat. Be sure to tune in from October 3rd, keep up with live scores, and cheer for your favorite team as they vie for the championship in the UAE!

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